It’s devastating when the worst happens to our loyal companions. It’s a topic nobody wants to think about, but online searches for “signs of lymphoma in dogs” have risen by 86% as searches for “lymphoma signs in cats” are up 33% compared to the same time last year. Cancer is, …
Read More »Breast cancer survivor creates swimwear to boost confidence post-mastectomy
A woman who survived breast cancer has transformed her life-changing ordeal into a business triumph, launching an inclusive swimwear line specifically for women who have had mastectomies. Melanie Luxton-Brookes, 47, was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in 2017 after finding a lump in her left breast. Her treatment involved …
Read More »Vegetable box service taking on ‘broken supermarket system’
Supermarkets have long influenced our expectations of how fruit and veg should look, with many of us conditioned to expect perfectly shaped red peppers, straight cucumbers, onions no bigger than a cricket ball, and spherical tomatoes. However, nature doesn’t always comply with these standards. Annually, about 40% of all food produced is …
Read More »Gardeners must complete one task now for ‘perfect’ Spring blooms
Even if you don’t consider yourself to be an expert, it’s fair to say most people want to have blooming gardens in Spring. After all, nothing says better weather is on the way much like bright colours in the sunshine. But, if you want your garden to go from drab …
Read More »Camilla sparks frenzy with £12k bee brooch – get similar from £39 | Royal | News
Queen Camilla caught people’s attention on a royal visit on Thursday with a sparkling brooch worth £12,000 – but you could get a similarly glamourous accessory for a fraction of the price. On Thursday (February 6) the wife of King Charles spent the morning opening a new purpose-built Sexual Assault …
Read More »Common appliance flaw may be adding hundreds to your bills
A simple but extremely costly mistake could be adding hundreds of pounds to the energy bills of households across the UK. Soaring energy prices amidst the cost-of-living crises have resulted in the shelling out of some friendly advice by solar panel experts at Grant Store. Urging Britons to examine their …
Read More »Make simple change to lower risk of world’s biggest ‘silent killer’
Love is in the air and, in the run-up to Valentine’s Day, hearts are everywhere. But it’s a pretty bleak picture when it comes to the real thing, with more than 7.6 million people in the UK living with heart disease – the world’s leading cause of death dubbed a …
Read More »Rare £5 King Charles bank note in wallet could be worth fortune, says expert | Personal Finance | Finance
Rare coins often pique the interest of experts, with low mintage and misprints among the factors that can make them worth a small fortune. However, one money expert has highlighted a banknote that could be worth far more than you might think. The King Charles III £5 notes, which entered …
Read More »Student praised for ‘mature’ response to neighbour demanding not to park on road
People have rushed to applaud a resident after her nightmare neighbour told her to move her car out of “her space” on a public road. There is nothing worse than coming home from a long day and having to deal with a troublesome neighbour. Some choose to turn a blind …
Read More »Monica Vinader’s diamond heart necklace is the perfect little luxury
Affordable jewellery brand Monica Vinader has launched their new collection featuring some stunning pieces just in time for Valentine’s Day. Crafted by sustainable materials and timeless designs, the New Hearts collection features pearls necklace and gold pendant arm candies. But this Lab Grown Diamond Heart Necklace stands out as one …
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